Lisle, Illinois~ Youngsters who want to learn the proper techniques and fundamentals of baseball should attend Benedictine University's 2011 Pre-Season Baseball Camp from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. on Fridays, January 28, February 4, 11 and 18 in the campus' Dan and Ada Rice Center.

The clinics are designed for youngsters who want to become more proficient in the fundamentals of baseball. The main goal of the camp is making certain each student receives individual instruction and coaching. Individual attention is assured by the camps low camper-to-instructor ratio. Players are grouped by age and ability.

The clinics are conducted by veteran Benedictine University baseball coach and Illinois High School Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame member John Ostrowski. Staff includes Benedictine's assistant coaches and varsity players.

Camp participants will receive a Benedictine baseball T-shirt. Campers should bring a baseball glove and wear gym shoes. Bats will be provided. The camps are open to youngsters ages 7-13. The fee is $40 for one session, $78 for two sessions, $115 for three sessions and $150 for all four sessions.

Campers are encouraged to register early. All four sessions sold out last year. For information,call (630) 829-6140.

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Benedictine University is an independent Roman Catholic institution located in Lisle, Illinois just 25 miles west of Chicago. Founded in 1887, Benedictine provides 53 undergraduate majors, 13 graduate and four doctorate programs. Benedictine University is ranked as a Top School in the Midwest (11th in Illinois) for Master's Universities, 12th in the Midwest (and sixth in Illinois) for Racial Diversity, and eighth in Illinois for Freshmen Retention for 2011 by U.S. News & World Report.